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9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 267500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Big Bay, MI
  • Sugarloaf Mountain
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Northern Michigan University
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Superior Dome
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Winter Escape on Big Bay, Lake Superior - 40 minutes to Marquette

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  • Pet friendly
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The price is $531
per night
$826 total
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Mar 26 - Mar 27
Winter Escape on Big Bay, Lake Superior - 40 minutes to Marquette

About the neighborhood

Big Bay

This vacation home places you adjacent to Lake Superior. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Sugarloaf Mountain - 34 min drive - 22.9 miles
  • Northern Michigan University - 41 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Superior Dome - 43 min drive - 27.9 miles
  • UP Health System - Marquette - 44 min drive - 28.7 miles
  • Presque Isle Park - 44 min drive - 28.5 miles

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Hollow Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LARGE GROUP perfect for Family reunion, weddings, or just large families!

Our FANTASY BEACH HOUSE has five bedrooms and 3 full baths it will accommodate up to 14 people. Master bedroom offers a King size bed with large private bath. On the main floor there are 2 bedrooms with Queen size beds and a very large shared bath. In the lower level there are 2 bedrooms one has 2 full size beds and the other has 1 full size bed and 1 queen size bed, the bedrooms have very large egress windows, also with a very large shared bath. The living space of the lower level has a large wet bar with full-size fridge,convection oven, microwave and pizza oven. also a gaming area with a pool table and dart board. FANTASY BEACH HOUSE is over 5000 square feet, fully furnished, has a complete kitchen containing a Wolf cooking range , dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, and toaster. There is a laundry room with washer and dryer. There are two dining areas, one by the kitchen overlooking the lake and the other in the great room offering plenty of seating space for large groups. The great room is huge with 2 seating areas and a gas fireplace at one end.

The BAY VIEW CABIN is HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE,The CABIN has 3 bedrooms, one bath and will accommodate up to 8 guests . The master bedroom has a king size bed. Second bedroom has 2 full size beds and third bedroom has a queen size bed. This lovely cabin is furnished with turn of the century antiques, a wood burning fireplace , fully stocked kitchen with microwave,refrigerator,dishwasher and range. There is also a laundry room with washer and dryer. The BAY VIEW SUITE has a beautiful large bedroom with a king size bed and private bath . The living area has a sofa that pulls out along with a electric fireplace fully stocked mini kitchen. The view of the lake from this unit is gorgeous! This complex is joined on the lake side by a common entry with road side entries to the FANTASY BEACH HOUSE and BAY VIEW CABIN. Linens provided for all the units, but please bring your own towels.Paper products are provided for your arrival but you will need to replace as needed.

The deck overlooking the lake has 2 dining sets,gas and charcoal grills for outdoor cooking. We also have 2 picnic tables closer to the beach. We provide yard games,volleyball and horseshoes. The night sky on the shores of Lake Superior is especially brilliant as there are no city lights to mar the view.

NO PETS ALLOWED
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 9 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Paul E. Pfaffle

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 7,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Big Bay, just steps from Lake Superior.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is there a spa at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at LARGE GROUP perfect for Family reunion, weddings, or just large families!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a fireplace and a jetted bathtub in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.

Are there hot tubs at LARGE GROUP perfect for Family reunion, weddings, or just large families!?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at LARGE GROUP perfect for Family reunion, weddings, or just large families!?

Yes, every accommodation at LARGE GROUP perfect for Family reunion, weddings, or just large families! comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.

LARGE GROUP perfect for Family reunion, weddings, or just large families! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beware no refund
Make sure you get travel insurance, this host will not let you cancel for any reason! The location is awesome, house is very dated but clean and big! We had an issue with a kayak sinking, thanks to a life vest turned out ok, please bring life vests if you plan to use the boats. The listing is old, lawn games, ect were not there. Host was very responsive if you need anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little peace of heaven
The house, beach and view was everything and more than what was described to me by Paul before coming out. The kitchen was fully stocked, the view from the master bedroom was gorgeous. The house was very spacious. Paul (the owner) was very helpful and accommodating. This was the best family vacation so far since starting our yearly vactions 9 years ago
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The property was clean and well equipped for our group. Lake superior and the beach were beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Saint Charles, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away.
Paul was a wonderful host, responding to the questions we had and one door lock incident quickly. There were more than enough amenities for cooking and the kitchen was amazing. We would highly recommend this property to larger families, the house is large enough for everyone to be together or large enough to “get away” if the feeling presents itself. The beach and fire pit area are beautiful, both kids and adults are fully visible at all times.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property for relaxing getaway
It felt like we had the beach to ourselves! Crystal clear water, sandy bottom as far as you can walk out. The house was large enough we could put the kids to bed and the adults could stay up and talk in the kitchen area without waking anyone up. Highlights were sitting around the firepit and playing frisbee in Lake Superior. We are already talking about going back in a few years.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding in Big Bay
We used this house for our wedding party to stay in and it was a great house! Nicely sized and really spacious!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th anniversary
Absolutely perfect----we didn't want to leave. Everything was right there---didn't need to leave the premises at all!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, long, quiet beach
Our extended four generation family gets together every year. The well supplied kitchen open to a very large gathering space was perfect for games, conversation and fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb V., Menominee MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
The house was very functional for our large family in town for a wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Britany L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect, secluded location for large family trip!
We stayed at this location from July 23-July 30 with a group of 24 people (16 adults and 8 children - age 6 and under). The location is amazing: secluded, private and right on the water. You'll want to plan accordingly because you are 45 minutes away from Marquette, where the grocery stores are. The house is large, with various rooms and living areas. It was perfect for our group to feel spread out and have privacy when we wanted it, yet big enough to all be in the same area at the same time. There are a ton of items available for your use in the kitchen or stored in closests (fans, cleaning products, pack n play, high chair, sippy cups, etc). Some items were broken or missing pieces, such at the pool sticks, puzzles and games. We brought or purchased some of our own stuff (cornhole, fishing poles, pool sticks, board games) though so we were fine. Water pressure was lighter than our liking and there were several light bulbs out throughout the house. We found the stove in the main kitchen area difficult to light as well. We rented the pontoon boat for the week, but only ended up taking it out two days during our stay. Perkins Park is a great place to hang out as a family and be able to use the boat. Paul was amazing to communicate with before and during the trip. I was concerned about paying in advance for a non-refundable trip, but Paul eased my mind and explained why they list the house that way (to protect themselves from last minute cancels). We spoke again just before the trip and he gave recommendations for grocery stores, pizza place (Vango's was amazing!), logistics for how to enter the home, etc. He was a pleasure to work with. Some of the decor and finishes in the home are older, but that wasn't important to our group. The outdoor area with the firepit (firewood is included) and being right on the beach was so convenient and enjoyable. It was nice to be able to go down to the water and back up to the house without having to load everyone in the car and drive. The sunsets and sunrises were breathtaking. We had an amazing time. I would certainly travel to Michigan and enjoy this rental again as well. If you have a large group and want to be under one roof, I high recommend this location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charla L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect UP Getaway for a Family Reunion
My husband and I rented this amazing place for our family reunion with our children, their spouses and our grandkids, as well as my siblings and some of their families. It allowed for the perfect set up for people congregating together, having their separate places to retreat to when they needed some yet quiet. The location on Big Bay was amazing! The bay water was very comfortable for swimming and shallow for our little ones for quite a ways out. The winds from Lake Superior were not as strong, so they made it comfortable for hanging out on the beach, laying in the hammocks or sitting on the amazing deck space. We were able to find many hiking trails with beautiful waterfalls close by! The house itself was very well equipped and comfortable for serving meals. Paul, the owner was very approachable and accommodating, as well as very resourceful. We certainly hope to return sometime in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy t.

Liked: Cleanliness
UP Family Fun
We just wrapped up a weeklong stay at this property and it was wonderful. The house was large enough to comfortably accommodate our party of 18 with ages ranging from five to 75. The main house kitchen was well stocked had a very large stove with gas burners and a flat cooktop that made breakfast for 18 (relatively) painless. The older cousins took over the basement bedrooms along with the pool table and their own bathroom and television. The little ones loved digging in the sand just outside in the backyard on the shores of Lake Superior. Everyone gathered around the fire pit every night to watch the sunset and make S’mores. The owner, Paul, could not have been more helpful. He pointed us in the right direction to explore the best nearby spots and was even gracious enough to being us a set of jumper cables when one of our vehicles wouldn’t start. I can wholeheartedly recommend this property. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

vivian s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the pictures
Lots of room, great view, family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real good time away from work
We all had a wonderful time. Really stocked well in every way. Kids had fun with games. Beautiful views of the lake from the house and great collection of books. Something for all ages. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly at the beach and the house. A suggestion I would like to make is to change the plumbing fixtures on most of the showers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean C., Newton, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Company Trip
Beautiful home. Great common areas for gathering. Enough bedrooms for every couple to have their own space and privacy. Quiet neighborhood. Great view of Lake Superior.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

torey b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
The property was everything that we could hope for. Great communication with the owner and we never even had to leave the property to enjoy ourselves
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a family reunion
This house offered all the space our family (20) required. Given the ages, we could all comfortably gather at the sandy beach right outside the front door. In the evenings, the fire pit was perfect and we marveled at the vast, brightly lit starry skies. As for the vrbo proper, all the beds were so comfy. The kitchen was well-stocked. The only two drawbacks were that all the knives were quite dull and the large commercial size grill was not clean. Many of us agreed that spending a lifetime there would not be enough to read all the books on the shelves. The main living room was perfect for gathering for meals and games and the selection of vhs videos was perfect for buying a little bit of time with the little ones. Overall, if you have a large group who wants to take in the beauty of Lake Superior, this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Wedding Venue in the UP!
This is a premier property! Everything about our stay was perfection and the resort is absolutely breathtaking! Paul is the most accommodating host and our entire stay was an outstanding experience resulting in many fun family memories. The beach was perfect for our wedding and the fantasy beach house could not have worked better for our reception meal. This is truly a one in a million gem of a rental and I recommend it 100%!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry E.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice place with helpful owner
This is al lovely spot with miles of beach to walk. Great biking, kayaking/canoing and hiking of all levels. The town of Marquette is about 1/2 hour away and has everything you might need. The owner lives nearby and was very attentive to the minimal concerns our group had. Fantastic kitchen/great area that easily accomodated our group of 20 people. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Superior Experience!
The Tranquility Haven was a wonderful place for our families to gather and enjoy each other. Paul was a wonderful host. Tranquility Haven was a very special home in a very special place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raymond T.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 2021 Family Trip
We could not have asked for a better location and rental house for our large family trip. It provided plenty of space for each of the families to spread out and the large kitchen and dining area were great for meals. We were able to set up a volleyball court at the beach and easily paddle, bike, and run from the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gayle E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious & relaxing
Paul was wonderful at communication both before and during the trip. The home is massive and was plenty of space for 6 adults and 5 children. The kitchen was well appointed and lathe enough for us all to be together in. The house was extremely quiet both inside and out, you couldn't hear the others in the house or the outside weather at all. The beach was fantastic and the kids all had a great time playing. We did a lot of walks up and down the beach and the road. It was very private and overall a wonderful stay for everyone. We could not be happier with the accomodations, cleanliness, location, and host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weather, perfect house, perfect family vacation
We rented the entire property for 8 adults and 10 kids. Secluded enough that we didn't feel uncomfortable around too many people, plenty of room for all of us. For that many we ended up using both kitchens to prepare meals. Paul was very helpful. He told us about some really nice places to visit, and a wonderful river to kayak for all ages. We were virtually cut off from the rest of the world. The internet didn't work without a hot spot, and neither did my cell phone. I liked it.

10/10 Excellent

karen r., oxford mi

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful beach
Enjoyed our stay plenty of room for our big family. Great place to get unplugged. About 40 to Marquette, closest large city. Excellent beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay at Big Bay
Our group had one of the most fun long weekends of our summer! Paul made it clear from the beginning he was there to help if needed, and if not to go have fun! The property was unbelievably beautiful and suited our group great. Anyone looking to go to the U.P. should check this spot out!